Spring to Summer: Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble with guest artist Ginalina

The Vancouver Chinese Instrumental Music Society is pleased to partner with the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden to present an afternoon of music for families and every generation. The concert will feature folk songs and traditional instrumental music from China and Taiwan and new arrangements of popular melodies performed by the Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble with guest artist, award-winning Canadian folk musician Ginalina.

Beloved songs such as Jasmine flower, Taiwanese Train Song, Moon Represents My Heart and Alishan Girl will be featured in English and Mandarin.  

The Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble has collaborated on various projects with Ginalina since 2020 exploring and sharing musical conversations about Asian Folk Songs. Together, they are excited to present music for all ages to enjoy and find inspiration.

Ginalina’s music and written books have been featured on CBC, CBC Kids, Canadian Geographic, Radio Canada, Cabin Radio, and BC Kids’ Knowledge Network. Her multiple albums, which focus on nature, community, and timeless themes of love and kindness, have received 3 Juno nominations and 2 Western Canadian Music Awards in recent years. https://www.ginalinamusic.com/

Formed in 1989, the Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble is the first professional Chinese music organization established in Canada. The Ensemble consists of highly accomplished instrumentalists who combine technical mastery with a passionate approach to music. Based in Vancouver, BC, they continue to inspire contemporary compositions and interdisciplinary projects for Chinese instruments in Canada. vancouverchinesemusic.ca

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is a registered museum and one of Vancouver’s top tourist attractions. It is a unique venue for cultural programming and events and educational programs. As a registered not-for-profit, all Garden revenue goes toward the fulfillment of our mission to bring together cultures and communities through educational and public programs. vancouverchinesegarden.com